West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam
Key Takeaway
West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,195 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 572 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,164 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03202 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JACK COUNTY;JACK SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam?
West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam?
West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam is owned by JACK COUNTY;JACK SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam built?
West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam?
West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam?
West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam has a dam height of 31 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam last inspected?
West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 9 Dam was last inspected on April 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.